Alexandria, VA | Recreationhttp://alexandriava.gov/recreationRecreationSun, 02 Aug 2015 14:28:25 -0400http://alexandriava.gov/images/logo-mobile.pngAlexandria, VA | Recreationhttp://alexandriava.gov/recreationhttp://alexandriava.gov/86412http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=86412Movies Under the Stars<p>Outdoor movies continue on a three-story high movie screen under the stars. Concessions will be available and blankets, low beach chairs, coolers and outside food items are welcome. <br/></p>Sat, 01 Aug 2015 10:03:00 -04002015-08-01T11:14:20-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/85834http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=85834Summer Concert Schedule<p>Summer concerts highlight local talent and feature a wide range of
music from flamenco to jazz and from pop rock to barbershop. All the
performances are free and held outdoors featuring lawn seating, and attendees
may bring lawn chairs and blankets.</p>Thu, 02 Jul 2015 14:49:48 -04002015-07-02T14:52:06-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/85833http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=85833Splash with DASH to the Old Town Pool<p>The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH), in partnership with Advocates for Alexandria Aquatics, the City of Alexandria, and more than 20 local businesses, have announced “Splash with DASH,” an initiative to get families and children to the Old Town Pool this summer. From July 1 through September 7, the AT 10 route will become the free Pool Bus on weekdays between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., and on weekends between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. <br/>> <a href="https://youtu.be/ODY16CfePJU" title="(opens in new window) " target="_blank">Watch the Press Conference</a><br/>
</p>Thu, 02 Jul 2015 14:45:01 -04002015-07-02T14:47:06-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/85131http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=85131Patrick Henry Recreation Center Renovation ArchivePatrick Henry Recreation Center Renovation ArchiveTue, 02 Jun 2015 14:30:37 -04002015-06-02T15:07:57-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/85130http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=85130Patrick Henry Recreation Center ProjectNew Patrick Henry Recreation CenterTue, 02 Jun 2015 14:27:46 -04002015-06-23T18:24:40-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/85119http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=85119Patrick Henry Recreation Center ProjectIn conjunction with a joint feasibility study with the Alexandria City Public Schools, the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is evaluating alternatives for redevelopment of the existing Patrick Henry Recreation Center. The goal of this evaluation is to ensure the plan for a new facility responds programmatically to both the current community’s needs, as well as the future needs related to a projected increase in enrollment at the school.<br/>> <a href="http://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=85388" title="Park and Recreation Commission to Hold Public Hearing on a Recommendation for Programming of the New Patrick Henry Recreation Center">Park & Recreation Commission Public Hearing - June 18, 2015<br/></a>> <a href="http://www.alexandriava.gov/uploadedFiles/recreation/parks/PHStaffReccommendationJune2015.pdf" title="PH 6-17-18 Staff Reccommendation">Staff Recommendation Memo</a><br/>Tue, 02 Jun 2015 12:33:00 -04002015-06-16T12:29:15-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84961http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=84961Jump In to the 2015 Outdoor Pool Season<p>The City of Alexandria 2015 Outdoor Pool Season is open at the Old Town Pool, 1609 Cameron St., and Memorial Pool at Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St.<br/>> <a href="http:" title="Outdoor Pools">Outdoor Pools</a><br/>> <a href="http://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=12290#Potomac_Yard">Potomac Yard Park Interactive Fountain</a><br/>> <a href="http://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=12352">Rixse Indoor Pool</a><br/></p>Sat, 23 May 2015 06:36:33 -04002015-06-02T12:34:10-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84719http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=84719ESMS IndexTestMon, 11 May 2015 14:30:54 -04002015-07-01T08:48:04-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84659http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/arts/info/default.aspx?id=84659Traffic Control Box Wraps Public Art ProjectArtists have created unique designs to wrap traffic control boxes on Duke Street in Alexandria.Thu, 07 May 2015 15:01:43 -04002015-05-08T10:10:11-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84655http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/arts/info/default.aspx?id=84655Anthony PalliparambilWork Statement – Anthony Palliparambil, Jr. Traffic Control Boxes I have long been interested in exploring the role of technology in the arts, and finding aThu, 07 May 2015 11:15:14 -04002015-05-12T14:17:31-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84654http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/arts/info/default.aspx?id=84654Pamela Underhill & Roger FosterTraffic Control Box Wraps, 2015 A Public Art Project We are a photographer and sculptor illustrator team. ForThu, 07 May 2015 11:11:30 -04002015-05-12T14:22:32-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84653http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/arts/info/default.aspx?id=84653Erin CurtisErin Curtis www.erinelizabethcurtis.com Artist Statement In my work, I explore geometric abstraction, decoration,Thu, 07 May 2015 10:51:05 -04002015-05-12T13:48:53-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/84141http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/arts/info/default.aspx?id=84141Traffic Control BoxesTraffic Control Box Wraps The City of Alexandria, Virginia invited artists and artist teams residing in Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia, West Virginia, Kentucky, North Carolina and Tennessee to submit their qualifications for a Traffic Control Box VinylMon, 13 Apr 2015 12:20:15 -04002015-05-26T12:20:36-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/83290http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=83290RPCA Implements Environmental & Sustainable Management System<p>An environmental management system is a set of management
processes and procedures that allow RPCA to analyze, control and reduce the
environmental impact of its activities, products and services and operate with
greater efficiency and control.</p>Thu, 05 Mar 2015 16:29:46 -05002015-03-05T16:29:48-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/83282http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=83282Winter Weather Operations<p>RPCA supports the City’s snow and ice response team by
clearing snow from roadways, publicly owned sidewalks, walkways/pathways, municipal
parking lots and publicly owned squares. All private property owners,
occupants, community associations, and businesses are responsible for clearing
snow from sidewalks, driveways, and entrances adjacent to their properties as
per City Code Section 5-2-21.</p>Wed, 04 Mar 2015 20:59:06 -05002015-03-04T21:02:09-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/83182http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=83182Message from the Mayor<p><a></a>The City continues to expand program
opportunities for every member of family and I encourage every resident of
Alexandria to take advantage of the activities and facilities the Department
offers.</p>Sat, 28 Feb 2015 12:30:28 -05002015-02-28T12:54:46-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/83168http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=83168Mount Jefferson Park PlanningMount Jefferson Park Planning The City is working in conjunction with the Oakville Triangle Route 1 Corridor planning process to develop a plan for Mount Jefferson Park & Greenway between Raymond Ave. and Route 1.Fri, 27 Feb 2015 11:53:42 -05002015-05-20T13:45:45-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/82977http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=82977Windmill Hill Park Shoreline Rehabilitation ProjectConsistent with the City Council approved 2003 Windmill
Hill Park Plan, the City of Alexandria is working with a design team led by
Kimley-Horn, with input from the community, to implement the replacement of the
current bulkhead and shoreline improvements.Mon, 16 Feb 2015 13:01:49 -05002015-02-16T13:07:18-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/82903http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=82903Commissions - A Way to Get InvolvedCommissions compose a formal system through which citizens can advise City Council on issues affecting the City. Commission meetings are open to the public and vacancies are posted on the <a href="http://www.alexandriava.gov/Boards" title="Boards & Commissions">Boards & Commissions</a> website. RPCA's commissions include the Beautification; Commission for the Arts; Park & Recreation; and Waterfront.Sat, 14 Feb 2015 15:26:06 -05002015-02-14T16:58:59-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/82673http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=82673Four Mile Run Restoration ProjectFour Mile Run Restoration ProjectThe Four Mile Run Restoration Project Master Plan envisions making Four Mile Run into a model of urban ecological restoration through the sensitive and sustainable integration of a restored natural stream channel with an active urbanFri, 06 Feb 2015 08:59:48 -05002015-02-07T11:24:13-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/82613http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=82613Let’s Have A Summer of Smiles!Summer camps and activities are available for youth ages 2-17 and include sports, dance, creative arts, computer, chess, enrichment, nature, adventure, Out of School Time (residents only) and classic camps. The Summer of Smiles brochure makes planning the summer even easier with an index listing camps by week offered and age group.<br/>> <a href="http://www.alexandriava.gov/uploadedFiles/recreation/services/SummerCampGuide.pdf" title="Summer Camp and Activity Guide">Download 2015 Guide Now</a><br/><br/>Tue, 03 Feb 2015 19:12:18 -05002015-04-22T13:45:34-04:00http://alexandriava.gov/82047http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=82047January 12 Windmill Hill Park Bulkhead Community Meeting PostponedPlease be advised that the January 12 Windmill Hill Park Community Meeting #1 to initiate the conceptual design process for improvements to the Windmill Hill Park bulkhead and shoreline is cancelled. The community meeting will be rescheduled.Mon, 12 Jan 2015 11:14:42 -05002015-01-12T11:14:38-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81958http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/earthday/info/default.aspx?id=819582014 UpCycle Creative Reuse Center2014 Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award WinnerThe UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is the winner of this year’s Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award. The award will be presented to UpCycle co founders Kelley Organek and Susan Miranda during Alexandria Earth DayWed, 07 Jan 2015 16:23:05 -05002015-01-07T16:24:32-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/81207http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=81207Citywide Park Plan Alternative Funding ProgramCitywide Park Plan Alternative Funding The Park and Recreation Commission and City Council endorsed the Citywide Parks Improvement Plan in June 2014. The Plan included a list of recommendations to improve the City’s six large (over 10 acres), multi useTue, 11 Nov 2014 17:23:47 -05002014-11-12T21:45:29-05:00http://alexandriava.gov/80998http://alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=80998ParkLink - Looking for a place to Recreate?ParkLink is a GIS-based tool that includes a searchable map of all publicly accessible open space in Alexandria. You can use it to search for facilities, including playgrounds, athletic fields, recreation centers, and park acreage. Once you visit, please use the feedback feature in the ParkLink so we can improve the site.<br/>> <a href="http://geo.alexandriava.gov/Html5Viewer/Index.html?viewer=parksviewer&run=initialSettings" title="Visit Parks Viewer">Visit ParkLink</a><br/>Mon, 27 Oct 2014 09:07:57 -04002015-03-01T08:42:56-05:00